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Southeast Michigan vegetable update – June 13, 2018
Published on June 13, 2018
Insects are active and heat is on the horizon. -
Using the MSU Enviroweather grape berry moth model in 2018
Published on June 12, 2018
It is important to know when wild grape blooms in your vineyard so you know when to start degree-day accumulation. -
Good hygiene is important for exhibitors and the public when working with swine exhibits
Published on June 12, 2018
Disease can spread quickly when pigs from different areas are comingled at events like county fairs and jackpot shows. -
Livestock exhibitors have a role in keeping people and pigs healthy
Published on June 12, 2018
Using simple biosecurity and good hygiene practices will help prevent pigs and people from getting sick and spreading disease. -
Southwest Michigan field crop update – June 12, 2018
Published on June 12, 2018
Heavy downpours have brought fieldwork to an abrupt end. We continue to have weed control challenges. -
Simple precautions can help protect people from influenza
Published on June 12, 2018
People who come into contact with animals should use good hygiene practices to prevent exposure to influenza viruses. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 12, 2018
Published on June 12, 2018
Spotted wing Drosophila was detected in our region last week, but most tree fruit pest and disease activity has slowed recently. -
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – June 12, 2018
Published on June 12, 2018
Maple petiole borers, balsam twig aphids, four-lined plant bugs, rose chafers, bat bugs and carpenter bees are active. Delphinella shoot blight is visible on Concolor fir, and the “Weed Control Guide for Christmas Trees” has been updated. -
West Michigan tree fruit update – June 12, 2018
Published on June 12, 2018
Apple pests are getting active. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 12, 2018
Published on June 12, 2018
Warmer, drier weather is ahead. Strawberry harvest is well underway.